ASUS TO LAUNCH G73SW AND G53SW GAMING LAPTOPS WITH SANDY BRIDGE PROCESSORS

Asus will soon launch two new gaming laptops with Intel's upcoming 2nd generation Core series processors, codenamed Sandy Bridge. Intel is expected to officially launch the Sandy Bridge platform at CES in January. The Asus G73SW and the G53SW have 17.3 inch and 15.6 inch displays respectively. They will both have Intel Core i7-2630QM quad-core processor, NVIDIA GeForce GTX 460M discrete graphics

DELL TO LAUNCH LATITUDE 2120 WITH DUAL CORE ATOM PROCESSOR

The Dell Latitude netbooks are aimed at the education market. What makes them suitable for use in the classroom are their rubberized case and anti-microbial treatment.Dell has been giving minor updates to these netbooks for a while, and now sources report that the company will launch a new model called the Latitude 2120 at CES next week.The Dell Latitude 2120 will be available with an Intel Atom

Acer Aspire 5920 Laptop

Acer Aspire 5920 Specifications

Platform technology:	Intel Centrino Duo
System Type:	Notebook
Built-in devices:	Subwoofer, Stereo speakers, Bluetooth antenna, Wireless LAN
Width:	14.3 in
Depth:	10.6 in
Height:	1.7 in
Weight:	6.6 lbs
Localization:	United States
Processor:	Intel Core 2 Duo T7300 / 2 GHz
Processor-Data bus speed:	800 MHz
Processor-Chipset type:	Mobile Intel PM965 Express
Cache Memory-Type:	L2 cache
Cache Memory-Cache size:	4 MB
RAM-Installed Size:	2 GB / 4 GB(max)
RAM-Technology:	DDR II SDRAM - 667 MHz
RAM-RAM configuration features:	2 x 1 GB
Storage-Floppy Drive:	None
Storage-Hard Drive:	200 GB
Storage-Storage Removable:	None
Optical Storage-Type:	DVD
Optical Storage-CD / DVD read speed:	24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) / 1x (HD DVD)
Optical Storage-CD / DVD write speed:	16x (CD) / 4x (DVD
Optical Storage-CD / DVD rewrite speed:	10x (CD) / 4x (DVD
Optical Storage (2nd)-2nd optical storage type:	None
Card Reader-Card reader type:	5 in 1 card reader
Display-Display Type:	15.4 in TFT active matrix
Display-Max Resolution:	1280 x 800 ( WXGA)
Display-Display (Projector) / Widescreen Display:	Yes
Display-Color support:	24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Display-Features:	CrystalBrite
Video-Graphics Processor / Vendor:	NVIDIA GeForce 8600M GT - PCI Express
Video-Video Memory:	GDDR2 SDRAM - 256 MB
Audio-Audio output type:	Sound card
Audio-Audio output compliant standards:	DirectSound
Audio-Audio Input:	Stereo microphone
Input Device(s)-Input device type:	Keyboard, Touchpad, 4-way scroll button
Telecom-Modem:	Fax / modem
Telecom-Max transfer rate:	56 Kbps
Telecom-Protocols & Specifications:	ITU V.92
Telecom-Modem features:	Wake on Ring
Networking:	Network adapter
Networking-Networking / Wireless LAN Supported:	Yes
Networking-Data link protocol:	Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Fast Eth
Networking-Networking features:	Acer SignalUp
Networking-Networking standards:	IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.0, IEE
Expansion / Connectivity-Expansion Bays:	None
Expansion / Connectivity-Expansion Slots Total (Free):	2 ( 0 ) x Memory, 1 ( 1 ) x ExpressCard/54
Expansion / Connectivity-Interfaces:	1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11, 1 x Network - Ethernet 10Bas
Miscellaneous-Included laptop accessories:	Bluetooth VoIP phone
Miscellaneous-Features:	Wake on LAN
Power-Power device form factor:	External
Power-Voltage Required:	AC 120/230 V
Battery-Technology:	8-cell Lithium ion
Battery-Installed Qty:	1
Battery-Mfr estimated battery life:	3.5 hour(s)
Operating System / Software-OS Provided:	Microsoft Windows Vista, Microsoft Windows Vista Ultimate
Operating System / Software-Software type:	Acer PureZone, Acer GridVista, NTI CD-Maker (OEM), Acer Laun
Manufacturer Warranty-Service & support type:	1 year warranty
Manufacturer Warranty-Service & Support Details:	Traveler warranty - 1 year, Limited warranty - Parts and lab
Processor Speed:	2 GHz
World Wide Warranty:	Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year

Acer Aspire 8920-6048 Laptop

Acer Aspire 8920-6048 Specifications

GENERAL-Platform Technology:	Intel Centrino
GENERAL-Built-in Devices:	Subwoofer, Wireless LAN antenna, Bluetooth antenna, Stereo speakers
GENERAL-Embedded Security:	Fingerprint reader
GENERAL-Width:	17.4 in
GENERAL-Depth:	11.8 in
GENERAL-Height:	1.7 in
GENERAL-Weight:	9 lbs
GENERAL-Color:	Blue
GENERAL-Localization:	United States
GENERAL-Notebook type:	Game-friendly laptop, Desktop replacement (7.5 + lbs.)
GENERAL-Wireless capabilities:	802.11g, 802.11b, 802.11a, Bluetooth
Processor Speed:	Intel Core 2 Duo T9500 / 2.6 GHz
Processor-Multi-Core processor technology:	Dual-Core
Processor-64-bit processor:	Yes
Processor-Data bus speed:	667 MHz
Processor-Chipset type:	Mobile Intel PM965 Express
Cache Memory-Type:	L2 cache
Cache Memory-Cache size:	2 MB
RAM-Installed Size:	3 GB
RAM-Technology:	DDR2 SDRAM - 667 MHz
RAM-RAM form factor:	SO DIMM 200-pin
RAM-RAM configuration features:	1 x 1 GB + 1 x 2 GB
Environmental Parameters-Environmental & energy standards compliance:	EPA Energy Star
Storage Controller-Storage controller type:	Serial ATA
Storage Controller-Storage Controller / Serial ATA Interface:	Serial ATA-150
Storage-Floppy Drive:	None
Storage-Hard Drive:	250 GB - Serial ATA-150
Storage-Storage Removable:	None
Storage-Hard drive type:	Portable
Optical Storage-Type:	BD-ROM - Integrated
Optical Storage-CD / DVD read speed:	24x (CD) / 8x (DVD) / 2x (BD)
Optical Storage-CD / DVD write speed:	16x (CD) / 8x (DVD?R) / 4x (DVD?R DL)
Optical Storage-CD / DVD rewrite speed:	10x (CD) / 4x (DVD?RW) / 5x (DVD-RAM)
Optical Storage (2nd)-2nd optical storage type:	None
Card Reader-Card reader type:	6 in 1 card reader
Card Reader-Supported flash memory cards:	MultiMediaCard, Memory Stick Pro, Memory Stick, SD Memory Card, XD-Picture Card, MMCplus
Display-Display Type:	18.4 in TFT active matrix
Display-Max Resolution:	1920 x 1080 ( WUXGA+ )
Display-Widescreen Display:	Yes
DISPLAY-Color Support:	24-bit (16.7 million colors)
Display-Features:	CineCrystal
Video-Graphics Processor / Vendor:	NVIDIA GeForce 9500M GS TurboCache supporting 1280MB
Video-Video Memory:	512 MB
Video-Max allocated RAM size:	768 MB
Audio-Audio output type:	Sound card
Audio-Audio output compliant standards:	Dolby Home Theater, DirectSound
Audio-Audio Input:	Stereo microphone
NOTEBOOK CAMERA-Camera Type:	Integrated
Multimedia Functionality-TV tuner type:	None
Input Device(s)-Input device type:	CineDash, Keyboard, 4-way scroll button, Touchpad
Input Device(s)-Features:	Built-in numeric keyboard
Telecom-Modem:	Fax / modem
Telecom-Max transfer rate:	56 Kbps
Telecom-Protocols & Specifications:	ITU V.92
Telecom-Modem features:	Wake on Ring
NETWORKING-Networking:	Network adapter
Networking-Networking / Wireless LAN Supported:	Yes
Networking-Wireless NIC:	Intel PRO/Wireless 3945ABG
Networking-Data link protocol:	Gigabit Ethernet, IEEE 802.11a, Ethernet, Fast Ethernet, IEEE 802.11b, IEEE 802.11g, Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
Networking-Networking features:	Acer SignalUp
Networking-Networking standards:	IEEE 802.11a, Wi-Fi CERTIFIED, IEEE 802.11b, Bluetooth 2.0, IEEE 802.11g
Expansion / Connectivity-Expansion Slots Total (Free):	1 ( 1 ) x ExpressCard/54, 2 ( 0 ) x Memory - SO DIMM 200-pin
Expansion / Connectivity-Interfaces:	1 x Modem - Phone line - RJ-11, 1 x Microphone - Input - Mini-phone 3.5 mm, 4 x Hi-Speed USB - 4 pin USB Type A, 1 x TV antenna - Input, 1 x Display / video - VGA - 15 pin HD D-Sub (HD-15), 1 x Display / video - HDMI, 1 x Audio - Line-in - Mini-phone 3.5
Miscellaneous-Features:	Security lock slot (cable lock sold separately), Wake on LAN, Hard drive password, System password, Administrator password
Power-Power device form factor:	External
Power-Voltage Required:	AC 120/230 V
Battery-Technology:	8-cell Lithium ion
Battery-Installed Qty:	1
Battery-Mfr estimated battery life:	2.5 hour(s)
Operating System / Software-OS Provided:	Microsoft Windows Vista Home Premium
Operating System / Software-Software:	McAfee Internet Security Suite (Trial), Microsoft Works 8.5, Microsoft Office 2007 Home and Student Edition (60 days trial), Adobe Acrobat Reader, NTI Media Maker (OEM), CyberLink PowerDirector (Trial, OEM), Acer Empowering Technology, Acer GridVista, Ace
ENVIRONMENTAL STANDARDS-EPA Energy Star Compliant:	Yes
Manufacturer Warranty-Service & Support:	1 year warranty
Manufacturer Warranty-Service & Support Details:	Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 1 year, Traveler warranty - 1 year
GREENPEACE 'GUIDE TO GREENER ELECTRONICS'-Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (June 2008):	4.3
GREENPEACE 'GUIDE TO GREENER ELECTRONICS'-Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Mar 2008):	5.7
WHERE TO BUY-Acer Aspire 8920-6048:	$1,299.99
GENERAL-Blu-ray features:	BD-RE (rewriteable) media capable
PROCESSOR-Processor:	Intel Core 2 Duo T5550 / 1.83 GHz
GENERAL-Screen type:	Widescreen
GREENPEACE 'GUIDE TO GREENER ELECTRONICS'-Greenpeace 'Guide to Greener Electronics' manufacturer rating (Nov 2008):	4.7
ENVIRONMENTAL-EPA Energy Star Compliant:	Yes
ENVIRONMENTAL-Greenpeace policy rating (Mar 2009):	4.5
SUSTAINABILITY-EPA Energy Star Compliant:	Yes
SUSTAINABILITY-Greenpeace policy rating (Mar 2009):	4.5
GREEN RATINGS-EPA Energy Star Compliant:	4.0
DISPLAY-Screen type:	Widescreen

Dell Inspiron 17 Laptop

Dell Inspiron 17 Specifications

Processors
Up to Intel� Core�2 Duo Processors

Operating System
Genuine Windows� 7 Home Premium 64-Bit
Genuine Windows� 7 Professional 64-Bit
Genuine Windows Vista� Home Basic 32-Bit

Memory
Up to 4GB4 800MHz DDR2 SDRAM

Chipset
Intel� GM 45

Graphics
Intel� GMA X4500HD LCD Display
17.3" High Definition+ (900p) WLED Display with TrueLifeTM (Std)
17.3" Full High Definition (1080p) WLED with TrueLifeTM

Audio and Speakers
4-Watt (2 x 2W) High Definition Audio 2.0 Integrated Stereo Speakers

Hard Drives
Up to 500GB55 5400RPM6 hard drive

Optical Drives
Optional internal tray-load DVD+/-RW

Power
4 cell Li-Ion Battery
6 cell 49 WHr Li-Ion Battery
9 cell 85 WHr Li-Ion Battery (optional in August 2009)

Camera
Optional 1.3MP Integrated Webcam
Dual Digital Array Microphones

Wi-Fi Options:
Dell 1397 Wireless G Mini-Card
Dell 1515 Wireless N Mini-Card (Optional)
Dell 5100n Wireless N Mini- Card (Optional)

Bluetooth Options:
Optional Bluetooth� Internal (2.0) mini-card

HP Compaq 6730b Laptop

Dell Inspiron 15 Specifications

Operating System
Genuine Windows� 7 Home Premium 64-Bit
Genuine Windows� 7 Professional 64-Bit
Genuine Windows Vista� Home Basic 32-Bit

Memory
Up to 4GB4 Dual Channel 800MHz DDR2 SDRAM.

Chipset
Intel� Cantiga GM45 Chipset

Graphics
Intel� Integrated Graphics Media Accelerator 4500MHD

LCD Display
Glossy 15.6" Widescreen XGA (1366x768)

Audio and Speakers
Intel High Definition Audio 2.0

Hard Drives
Up to 320GB5 configured with a 5400 RPM8 SATA hard drive

Optical Drives
DVD+/-RW with Dual Layer DVD+R write capability

Power
4-cell 2.0AHr Battery
6-cell 2.2AHr Battery
9-cell 2.2AHr Battery

Camera
Built-in 1.3MP webcam

Wireless
Wi-Fi Options:
Dell Wireless 1397 802.11g Mini-Card
Dell Wireless 1515 Wireless-N Mini-Card
Intel� Next-Gen Wireless-N Mini-card

Bluetooth Options:
Dell Wireless 365 Bluetooth� Internal (2.0) mini-card

Dell Inspiron 14 Laptop

Dell Inspiron 14 Specifications

Processor
NEW 2010 Intel�Core� i5 - 430M

Operating System
Genuine Windows� 7 Home Premium, 64bit

LCD Panel
14.0" HD WLED

CD ROM/DVD ROM
8X CD/DVD Burner (Dual Layer DVD+/-R Drive)

Memory
4GB4 Shared Dual Channel DDR3 at 1066MHz

Hard Drive
320GB, 5400 RPM6

Video Card
Intel� HD Graphics

Sound
High Definition Audio 2.0

Wireless
Dell Wireless 1397 802.11g Half Mini-Card

Battery
Lithium Ion Battery (6 cell)

Hardware Support Services
1 Year Basic Service Plan

Camera
Integrated 1.3M Pixel Webcam